Izzy Meilach is a sophomore majoring in Social Welfare and Legal Studies from Prior Lake, Minnesota. Learn more about Izzy, one of our amazing undergrads, in this Q&A feature! What has been one of your favorite college memories so far? My favorite college memories so far have been getting to be a part of a …
Leonel Olmos Jr. is majoring in Social Work & English (Creative Writing) with minors in Chicane & Latine Studies, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, and Leadership. He is in his 4th year in school and is from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Learn more about Leonel, one of our amazing undergrads in this feature! What has been one of …
The U.S. Bureau for Labor Statistics report in February 2024 predicted that, “Overall employment in community and social service occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2025 to 2035…This projected employment growth for the community and social service occupational group (7.8 percent) is nearly three times faster than …
One of Maureen Pelton’s, MSSW ‘86, lifelong commitments has been her leadership and work to empower women. Following Gloria Steinem’s recent passing, Maureen shared her memories (some quite recent) of meeting and working with Gloria Steinem. “I was fortunate to spend time with Gloria on several occasions, usually discussing new ways of leadership, and had the honor of introducing her at the inaugural event for Global Rights for …
Each year students engage in “Change Agent Projects” designed to develop their skills in mezzo and macro practice. They collaborate with their agency and community partners to identify a concern and work to propose solutions and evaluate outcomes. Recent grad Ady Phillips, BSW ‘26 had her field placement at Cornerstone Community Center in Deforest, Wisconsin, which …
Educational outcomes for students who have experienced foster care are problematic. For the small percentage of foster kids who go to college, making it to graduation is difficult given the constellation of factors often present in the lives of young people who experienced foster care, including and notably a lack of formal and informal supports. …
The City of Middleton is seeking a full-time social worker. This position works across the Senior Center, Police Department, and EMS to support older adults, families, and community members through advocacy, crisis response, resource connection, and compassionate care. Job Location: Middleton Organization: City of Middleton Social Worker Job Summary
Job Description: Provides comprehensive outpatient assessment and support services to consumers, referred from both internal and external sources, who have mental health or alcohol and other drug abuse challenges. Job Location: Oshkosh, WI Organization: Human Services – Behavioral Health Services Division More information
Job Description: Assists individuals who have a disability, ages 0 to 22, and their families, in determining care needs and outcomes. Provides information on resources to meet identified needs, assesses for eligibility of programs, and assists in the creation of a service plan. Provide ongoing support and service coordination to children who are in need …
Get ready for something amazing! Imagine this: generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays. And that’s just the start of the incredible perks you’ll enjoy at Vivent Health. There is 401k with 100% employer match up to 5%, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, employer subsidized medical, dental, vision benefits, and gender-affirming care …